1972 Jaguar XJ6 Series 1 4.2 Sedan

Specifications
Stock: J72-824
Current condition: SHOW-DRIVER
Performance: 6 cylinder, 4.2 L, 258.4 cu in., DOHC, Stromberg carbs
Transmission: Borg Warner BW 12 3 speed automatic
Suspension: Independent
Color exterior: British Racing Green
Color interior: Suede Green
Features: British Leyland AM/FM Radio
Mileage: 54,020
Wheels: Chrome wheels with Chrome hubcaps
Tires: Michelin Defender 205/70/15
Brakes: Disc
Vin #: UC 1L66824BW
Engine #: 7L53394S
Gearbox #: 41875
Other 1: Body Number: 4L39658
Description

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History

This is the first variant (Series 1) of the XJ6 produced from 1968 to the present time. Listed in the September 06 issue of Automobile Magazine as one of the 25 most beautiful cars ever! In 1968, the XJ was the designation given to a series of elegant flagship, full-size luxury saloons which were also the last Jaguars to have the design direction of company founder Sir William Lyons. Interestingly a year later, upscale Daimler versions were also offered called the Sovereign. Power came from a DOHC 4.2 L straight six. It also featured power steering, leather upholstery and optional air conditioning. The XJ also broke new ground mechanically for saloons with its rear independent suspension and Jaguar's first foray into rack-and-pinion steering. The first 'Mark' was introduced in 1968 and continued until 1992. During this time there were three series, Series 1, Series 2, and Series 3. From 1968 through 1973, Jaguar produced 82,126 examples of the XJ Series I. Additionally, the XJ inherited from the Mark X the twin fuel tanks positioned on each side of the boot, or trunk as we call it, and filled using two separate filler caps. This car features the optional air conditioning, four wheel disc brakes and boasts a top speed of 120 MPH.